Computer Chronicles: Season 6
Season 6 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Computer Chronicles Season 5.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 6 Progress Shield
MacWorld Boston 1988
Oct 11, 1988 · 30 min
On location coverage of the annual MacWorld expo in Boston. Guests include Jean Louis Gassee and Bob Metcalfe. Companies profiled include Aba Software, Cricket Software, Deneba Sof
Computer Bowl I: Part 1
Nov 1, 1988 · 30 min
The first ever annual Computer Bowl featuring teams from the Route 128 area in Boston and the Silicon Valley area of San Francisco to see which side knows more about computer trivi
Computer Bowl I: Part 2
Nov 8, 1988 · 30 min
The conclustion of the first ever Computer Bowl, featuring teams from the Route 128 area in Boston and the Silicon Valley area of San Francisco, to see which side knows more about
Bus Wars
Nov 15, 1988 · 30 min
The battle over a standard for moving information in and out of a computer and inside a computer including a look at EISA, Nubus, AT, PC, ISA, and MCA. http://archive.org/details/b
The Apple II
Nov 22, 1988 · 30 min
Today they're called "mac heads", but way back in the 1980's, Apple users were in love with the Apple II. Despite the introduction of the Mac in 1984, the Apple II continued to hav
Spreadsheet Wars
Nov 29, 1988 · 30 min
Excel now dominates the spreadsheet world, but once upon a time there was actual competition among spreadsheet products. This program looks at Quattro 1.0, Allways 1.0, Lotus 1-2-3
Consumer Buyers Guide 1988
Dec 6, 1988 · 30 min
A consumer's guide to cool holiday gifts for computer enthusiasts and gadget lovers. http://archive.org/details/buyersguide_2
Comdex Special 1988
Dec 13, 1988
Complete coverage of the country's largest computer trade show, from Las Vegas. http://archive.org/details/comdex_3
Hard Disk Management
Dec 20, 1988 · 30 min
As hard disks grow larger, the problem of managing the information on your hard disk is getting more complicated. A look at a variety of solutions. http://archive.org/details/Uhard
Computer Viruses
Jan 17, 1989 · 30 min
Viruses are spreading to personal computers and causing havoc to individuals and businesses. A look at how to prevent viruses from destroying your system. http://archive.org/detail
Personal Information Management Software (PIMS)
Jan 24, 1989 · 30 min
A new breed of software offers sophisticated management and organization tools for personal information. Guests: Denise Crisci, Micro; Logic; M. H. Mc; Kinney, ask; SAMJohn Friend,
MacWorld San Francisco 1989
Feb 28, 1989 · 30 min
A review of the annual west coast Macintosh trade show from San Francisco's Moscone Convention Center. Guests: Charlie Jackson, Silicon Beach; Roy Endres, Multi-Ad Creator; John Wa
Amiga 2500
Mar 7, 1989 · 30 min
A look at the new Amiga models including the Amiga 2500 and new software and peripherals for the Amiga computers. Guests: Tom Stearns, Commodore; Lou Wallace, Amiga World; Dan Silv
Fax Boards
Mar 14, 1989 · 30 min
A look at how to turn your PC into a fax machine by adding a fax board. Guests: Joel Borden, The Complete PCJoyce Lemons, Quadram; Steve Siacotos, Xerox; Nick Baran, Byte; Rich Bad
Writing Style Software
Mar 28, 1989
More than a word processor, writing style software helps you actually write improving grammar, spelling, and style. A look at some of the newest products. Guests: Robert Moriarity,
Foreign Language Software
Apr 4, 1989 · 30 min
A look at computer hardware and software that help you translate and learn foreign languages. Guests: Axel Beyreuther, Intl Computer; Marty Goodman, Delphi; Bob Sullivan, Anonae So
High Tech India: Part 1
Apr 11, 1989 · 30 min
India is the hot place now for companies to look at for new software development. The trend actually started more than fifteen years ago. This is an early look at the growth of hig
UNIX
Apr 18, 1989 · 30 min
A look at the many new versions of Unix and its challenge to DOS and OS/2. Guests: Rick Davis, Frame Technology; Karen Lusardi, Sun Microsystem; Janet Dobbs, Hewlett Packard; Bill
Atari ST
Apr 25, 1989 · 30 min
The Atari ST is a big hit in Europe but it's not very popular yet in the U.S. A look at some of the cool features that attract Atari fans. http://archive.org/details/atarist
High Tech India: Part 2
May 2, 1989 · 30 min
India is the hot place now for companies to look at for new software development. The trend actually started more than fifteen years ago. This is an early look at the growth of hig
New Generation Laptops
May 16, 1989 · 30 min
A review of the latest portable computer technology focusing on new batteries, color, faster processors, larger hard drives and backlit displays. Guests: Keith Comer, Toshiba; Kevi
Computers in Space
May 23, 1989 · 30 min
A look at how NASA uses computers to run the space program, launch manned spacecraft, and manage the overall operations of America's space program. Products/Demos: Space Physics An